Victor Oladipo Enters G League Pool — NBA Comeback?

Victor Oladipo has signed into the G League player pool, making him available for claims now that rosters were set ahead of opening day. The move matters because it’s his first pro action in about 30 months after a torn patellar tendon and two seasons away; Oladipo impressed in recent CBA preseason games (20 points, five steals vs. the Spurs; 24 points on 8-of-12 vs. the Clippers) and told HoopsHype, "It's been great" to be back on the court. Merlin sees a classic comeback audition. A two-time All-Star with a 16.9 PPG career average, Oladipo is a low-cost, high-upside pickup for any team needing veteran scoring and perimeter defense — provided his body holds up. The G League is his stage now; strong, consistent minutes there could turn curious claims into an NBA call-up before long.